I've been having problems with my Tilt Lock for the past two years and it seems to function when I get it to the dealer. They can't seem to figure it out. I had sprayed some switch cleaning stuff into the switch with minimal relief of the condition. My knees aren't the best and trying to balance the bike as I step through risks dropping the bike. Is it just the switch that might need to be replaced. I asked if they could clean up the contacts and put some dielectric grease on it it would solve the problem. The mech said I need to replace it.
Now I am having starting problems. I did let it sit too long when I could not start the bike and killed the battery. I was able to use a battery tender on it and recharged the battery. Starting is still the problem. The key turned on and the kill switch in the run position and hand brakes pulled in the bike won't start. Releasing the left brake handle still holding the start button I can get it to start now and then. This is an outdoor bike so I am wondering if the elements finally messed with it. Do I need to replace the switch mechanisms including the Tilt Lock or can these be cleaned up? I'm not sure what I should tell the dealer mechanic and not get the run around.
I'm considering taking the MP3 for a long trip again and don't want to get stranded.